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Matches cancelled at Northfields and SouthfieldsUnfortunately, due to ongoing weather warnings, all matches which were p...
09/01/2026

Matches cancelled at Northfields and Southfields

Unfortunately, due to ongoing weather warnings, all matches which were planned at Northfields and Southfields this weekend have been cancelled.

If you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact [email protected]

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09/01/2026

Catering trailer for sale by The Spud Box due to upgrading to a larger trailer.

The trailer is 2 years old and has been on a static pitch in Cwmbran so all running gear is like new

• Gas interlock system fitted
• New infernus griddle never used
• Large under counter fridge
• Twin sinks
• Twin extractor fans

Spud ovens are NOT included in the sale.

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Adult and Community Education• All Adult and Community Education centres are open today.Libraries• Blaenavon library wil...
09/01/2026

Adult and Community Education
• All Adult and Community Education centres are open today.

Libraries
• Blaenavon library will be closed today.
• Pontypool and Cwmbran libraries are open as normal.

Blaenavon World Heritage Centre
• Blaenavon World Heritage Centre will be closed today.

Cemeteries
• Blaenavon cemetery is closed.

The following schools have confirmed that they will be closed today (Friday 9th January):- Abersychan School- Blaenavon ...
09/01/2026

The following schools have confirmed that they will be closed today (Friday 9th January):

- Abersychan School
- Blaenavon Heritage VC Primary School
- Garnteg Primary
- Ysgol Bryn Onnen
- Ysgol Gymraeg Gwynllyw

It is the head teacher's responsibility to notify the council about any school closures. If they have not notified Torfaen Council, the school will not appear on the list above.

‼️ Road conditions as of 22:53 on Thursday 8th January.A465 Dowlais, Rhymney, Tredegar and Ebbw Vale are just some of th...
08/01/2026

‼️ Road conditions as of 22:53 on Thursday 8th January.

A465 Dowlais, Rhymney, Tredegar and Ebbw Vale are just some of the areas nearby to
Torfaen that are affected by heavy snowfall.

Gritting teams and plowing teams are out across the areas affected to try and make the situation better for travel where possible but the weather through the night is not expected to improve therefore please only travel in these areas if absolutely necessary.

Ysgol Bryn Onnen has confirmed that they will be closed tomorrow (Friday 9th January).It is the head teacher's responsib...
08/01/2026

Ysgol Bryn Onnen has confirmed that they will be closed tomorrow (Friday 9th January).

It is the head teacher's responsibility to notify the council about any school closures. Any further updates from other schools will also be posted to the Inside Torfaen page at the earliest opportunity.

Congratulations to Jenny and Colin Smith who met at Burtons Biscuits in Cwmbran over 30 years ago and still work there t...
08/01/2026

Congratulations to Jenny and Colin Smith who met at Burtons Biscuits in Cwmbran over 30 years ago and still work there to this day as a married couple.

Jenny and Colin featured on tonight’s ITV News at 6.

A new retailer is expected to open at the unit previously occupied by Carpetright at Lockgate Retail Park in Cwmbran.A p...
08/01/2026

A new retailer is expected to open at the unit previously occupied by Carpetright at Lockgate Retail Park in Cwmbran.

A planning application that was submitted to Torfaen Council asked for an amendment to the approved use of units at the retail park which would allow for the sale of pharmaceutical, health and beauty products and associated goods (to allow occupation by a pharmacy / health and beauty operator) from Unit 3A.

While it is not currently confirmed which retailer will take over the unit that has remained vacant since Carpetright entered administration, it is believed that one of the brand owned by AS Watson Group will be most likely to move into the retail park.

Brands owned by AS Watson Group that currently operate in the UK include Superdrug, Savers, and The Perfume Shop.

While M Cwmbran shopping centre currently has a Superdrug and The Perfume Shop, the closest Savers to Cwmbran is located at Kingsway Centre in Newport.

A further planning application was also submitted to Torfaen Council for minor works to the front elevation of the unit where documents attached revealed that the changes would include a new glazing system to the front of the unit as well as refurbishing existing brickwork, cladding, glazed double door and windows with new signage also to be added.

Lockgate Retail Park in Cwmbran is also home to companies including B&Q, TK Maxx, Halfords, Next, Mountain Warehouse, Currys, Dreams, and Pets At Home.

Gwent Police received a report of an assault at around 7.40pm on Sunday 30 November. During the assault four men chased ...
07/01/2026

Gwent Police received a report of an assault at around 7.40pm on Sunday 30 November.

During the assault four men chased and assaulted another man with baseball bats in the Beaufort Close area of Cwmbran leaving the victim with a dislocated shoulder and swelling all over his body.

Officers would like to speak to anyone who was in the area of Beaufort Road and Fieldings in Cwmbran between 7pm and 8pm on Sunday 30 November.

If have any details you believe may assist officers investigating the report, please contact 101 or use the Gwent Police social media pages, quoting log reference 2500380714.

⚠️ Icy Conditions – Please Take Care ⚠️Morning everyone. Just a heads-up that there are icy paths and slippery surfaces ...
07/01/2026

⚠️ Icy Conditions – Please Take Care ⚠️

Morning everyone. Just a heads-up that there are icy paths and slippery surfaces in some areas around Torfaen today.

Please take extra care if you’re heading out — walk slowly, wear suitable footwear, and allow extra time for travel.

Keep an eye on children, elderly neighbours, and pets, and feel free to comment below if you’ve spotted particularly icy spots to help others stay safe.

Stay safe out there ❄️

A planning application has been submitted to Torfaen Council for the change of use from financial and professional servi...
06/01/2026

A planning application has been submitted to Torfaen Council for the change of use from financial and professional services (use class A2) to a tanning studio (unique class).

The site is located within Cwmbran Town Centre forming part of General Rees Square. The site was previously TSB Bank, which utilised units 7 and 8.

Planning permission was granted in July 2025 for the change of use of 7 General Rees Square from vacant bank (Class A2) to a betting shop (Sui Generis use class). The proposal included changes to the shop fronts of both numbers 6 and 7 General Rees Square and the blocking up of a rear doorway.

If approved, the proposed tanning studio will take over the remaining vacant part of the former TSB Bank unit at General Rees Square. A planning application has been submitted to Torfaen Council for the change of use from financial and professional services (use class A2) to a tanning studio (unique class).

The site is located within Cwmbran Town Centre forming part of General Rees Square. The site was previously TSB Bank, which utilised units 7 and 8.

Planning permission was granted in July 2025 for the change of use of 7 General Rees Square from vacant bank (Class A2) to a betting shop (Sui Generis use class). The proposal included changes to the shop fronts of both numbers 6 and 7 General Rees Square and the blocking up of a rear doorway.

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